family room

noun

1
US : a large room designed as a recreation center and informal gathering place for members of a family
2
British : a room in a pub where children are allowed

Examples of family room in a Sentence

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The upper-deck sky lounge, considered the family room, is a great example. Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025 The formal dining room invites memorable gatherings, while the chef’s kitchen, anchored by a generous center island, flows effortlessly into a warm, inviting family room. Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 24 Oct. 2025 The lower level — which will have vendors, a silent auction and raffles during the event — includes a game room, wine room, music room, family room, kitchenette, workout room, sauna, a room with a putting green and Wendy's upcycling project room. Angelika Ytuarte, jsonline.com, 23 Oct. 2025 Staff also managed to track down a cake, flowers for the flower girl and refreshments for the reception in the hospital family room. Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for family room

Word History

First Known Use

1772, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of family room was in 1772

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“Family room.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/family%20room. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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